EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Upcoming Hiring Events:

(Details at www.mainecareercenter.gov)

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR JOBS

(Details at https://www.maine.gov/sesc/hr.shtml)

CareerCenter Consultant Apprenticeship Navigator - Limited Period- Bureau of Employment Services

Closing Date: Dec. 27

Orientation and Mobility Instructor at Department of Labor - Bureau of Rehabilitation Services - Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Portland

Closing Date: Feb. 3

Business Systems Manager - ReEmployeME Consortium - Multiple Vacancies at the Department of Labor in Augusta

Closing Date: Dec. 31

Accounting Specialist - Agency Transfers Only at the Department of Labor in Augusta

Closing Date: Dec. 31

CareerCenter Consultant – Machias at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services in Machias

Closing Date: Jan. 3

CareerCenter Consultant- Limited Period Position at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services

Closing Date: Jan. 8

CareerCenter Consultant Apprenticeship Navigator - Limited Period at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services in Augusta

Closing Date: Dec. 27

CareerCenter Consultant - Veteran Representative - Anticipated Vacancy at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services in Augusta

Closing Date: Dec. 27

CareerCenter Consultant - Rapid Response - Anticipated Vacancy at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services in Portland

Closing Date: Dec. 27

Orientation and Mobility Instructor at Department of Labor - Bureau of Rehabilitation Services - Division for the Blind and Visually Impaired in Portland

Closing Date: Feb. 3

Rehabilitation Counselor II - Youth – Portland at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services in Portland

Closing Date: Jan. 2

Rehabilitation Counselor II – Portland at Department of Labor - Bureau of Employment Services in Portland

Closing Date: Jan. 2

Highlights of Jobs by County:

https://joblink.maine.gov/

(Please note: Some employers may have closed their job orders after they were selected for this list. Search for other job orders from the same employer or in the same town in the Maine JobLink.)

ANDROSCOGGIN COUNTY

Installer/Service at Aqua-Max of Maine in Lewiston JP1155031  

Order Picker Supervisor Full Time at BJ’s Wholesale Club in Auburn JC269752948

AROOSTOOK COUNTY

 FT Dairy Frozen Food Lead - 08454 at Hannaford in Madawaska JC269528006

CUMBERLAND COUNTY

Maple Tree Tapper/Farm Laborer, Bedard Morissette Sugar Camp, Gorham JC1143178

Sea Grant Professional I - Lobster Research and Extension Coordinator at University of Maine System in Brunswick JC265668420

FRANKLIN COUNTY

 Security Officer, Part-time, Evenings 3-8's at Central Maine Medical Center in Rumford JC269282650

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician at BlueTriton Brands in Kingfield JC269352551

HANCOCK COUNTY

 Supervisor at Aspen Dental in Ellsworth JC265841578

Facilities Apprentice- EMCC at The Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor 1161082

KENNEBEC COUNTY

 Short Order Grill Cook at J's Cafe and Vending LLC in Augusta 1143305

Prep Cook at J's Cafe and Vending LLC in Augusta 1143304

KNOX COUNTY

Office Manager at Bowers CPA, $22-28/hr. in Rockland 1159721

General Laborer at Rockport Granite Inc in Rockport, $19.38-21.38/hr. 1146008

LINCOLN COUNTY

Patient Care Technician- PCT at Fresenius Medical Care North America in Damariscotta JC269116228

Daily Living Support Specialist at Assistance Plus in Waldoboro JC268332293

OXFORD COUNTY

Professional Pathways Senior Program Manager at Community Concepts in South Paris, ME JP1159344

PENOBSCOT COUNTY

Rehabilitation Technician at ResCare in Brewer 1161103

Driver - Bangor Airport at Enterprise Mobility in Bangor JC268664543

PISCATAQUIS COUNTY

FOOD SERVICE WORKER (FULL TIME) at Compass Group, North America in Dover Foxcroft JC269469602

NOW HIRING Maintenance/Custodial up to $17.50/hr at McDonald's in DOVER FOXCROFT JC255518677

SAGADAHOC COUNTY

Relief Veterinarian at VCA Animal Hospital in Bath JC239973969

Vocational Support Advisor- Region 2 at Goodwill Northern New England in Topsham JC267563120

SOMERSET COUNTY

Equipment Mechanic at Alamo Group Inc. in Skowhegan JC264359301

Asset Protection Customer Host at Walmart in Skowhegan JC267271144

WALDO COUNTY

Pharmacy Technician at Waldo Hospital at MaineHealth in Belfast 1161076

Office Assistant at Bolster's Rubbish Removal LLC in Burnham $17-20/hr. 1153979

WASHINGTON COUNTY

Poultry Processor, Chicken Cutter, Sausage Maker at Tide Mill Organic Farm in Edmunds Twp 1097222

Service Tech - LP/Oil Burner Journeyman at Dead River Company in Calais JC269538374

YORK COUNTY

Office Associate II, State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources, Sanford JC269398446

Facilities and Service Technician-2nd Shift (Onsite), RTX Corporation, North Berwick JC269664078

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Basic Internet Safety

Ensuring online safety is crucial in today's environment. This one-hour introductory course instructs you on protecting your personal information and devices. It is offered in collaboration with the National Digital Literacy Center and MaineStreet Business Building.

Date: January 6

Time: 11:30 am- 12:30 pm

Location: MaineStreet Business Building, 19 Main Street, Machias

Understanding Multiple Pathways to Education and Training

When considering how to finance their college education, students often discover too late that their preferred school exceeds their budget, forcing them to quickly devise a new plan or forgo further education entirely. Fortunately, numerous options exist, and FAME has some helpful advice! In this session, we'll explore various alternative routes for both traditional and non-traditional students to reach their higher education aspirations.

Date: January 3

Time: 12:00 pm

Location: Online

TRAINING RESOURCES

My Next Career Move (online)

This is a comprehensive career planning course conducted through four engaging weekly Zoom sessions filled with activities and discussions.

The expert staff will assist you in:

• Evaluating your skills, interests, and experiences to determine the most suitable career paths.
• Investigating those options and recognizing relevant training and certification opportunities.
• Enhancing your resume for a focused job search.
• Developing an action plan to reach your goals successfully.

Date: January 14, 2025- February 4, 2025

Time: 5 pm- 6:30 pm

Location: Online

Virtual Statewide (Recurring): Creating A Winning Resume presented by the Maine CareerCenters (Workshop)

Join us for a 90-minute virtual session on creating a winning resume, offered on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. After the workshop, you can schedule a virtual meeting with a CareerCenter consultant to review your new resume and receive additional support. This workshop will cover writing a dynamic resume, targeting your qualifications to match employer needs, and making a great first impression with your resume and cover letter.

Pre-registration is required. To register, click on the Eventbrite link. 

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creating-a-winning-resume-tickets-139151561065

UPCOMING TRAINING AND EVENTS

Respiratory Therapy Training Program

Maine faces a significant lack of qualified respiratory therapists essential for the well-being of our northern rural communities. The Rural Northern Maine Respiratory program is designed to enhance healthcare in our area by effectively training and employing respiratory therapists across Aroostook, Hancock, Washington, Knox, Piscataquis, Penobscot, Somerset, Kennebec, and Waldo counties.

Highlights of the Rural Northern Maine Respiratory Therapy Training Program:

• This initiative is a partnership between Northern Light Health, Kennebec Valley Community College (KVCC), and Northern Maine Community College.
• Funding for tuition, books, and fees is provided through a grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration.
• Educational instruction for the program will be delivered by Kennebec Valley Community College.
• Participants will work part-time at a Northern Light facility while attending classes and earning full-time wages and benefits.
• Upon completion of the program, graduates will continue their employment at Northern Light Health for a designated period.
• Applicants must apply to both Kennebec Valley Community College and Northern Light Health, and acceptance is required from both institutions to participate.
• The application process opens in early spring, with the program starting in August.

REMINDERS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Aquaculture Animal Technician Apprenticeship

Educate Maine has partnered with MDI Biological Laboratory to provide an exciting paid opportunity for individuals interested in animal care and aquaculture, who are eager to learn and gain practical experience in a lab environment! MDI Biological Laboratory is looking to hire for their new Registered Apprenticeship Program for the role of Aquaculture Animal Care Technician. This position is perfect for those looking for an entry-level opportunity in laboratory aquaculture—whether you're changing careers, a recent graduate from high school or college, or, in some cases, a current student who can work part-time until graduating in 2025.

CareerCenter Resource Guide

Use this guide to help you explore all the resources available to help you look for a new job and advance your current career. 

MDOL Workforce Resources for New Mainers

The Maine Department of Labor and its statewide CareerCenters are dedicated to assisting you in accessing employment-related resources. Using the link below will provide you with information that you may find helpful as you prepare for, look for, and connect with quality careers in the state. 

Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP)

The Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) is currently accepting applications.

The Competitive Skills Scholarship Program (CSSP) offers funding and support services to eligible Maine residents to pursue two- and four-year degree programs or employer-recognized credentials that lead to high-wage, in-demand jobs within Maine. 

O*NET is a unique, powerful source for continually updated occupational information and labor market research. Explore occupations and search for jobs in Maine and across the US. https://www.onetonline.org/

Resources for 55+ Workers: https://www.careeronestop.org/ResourcesFor/55PlusWorkers/55-plus-workers.aspx

Maine CareerCenter:

Workshops: https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/workshops.shtml

Cover Letter and Resume Workshop: https://www.mainecareercenter.com/employment/workshop.shtml?id=3238219

The Center for Workforce Research & Information (CWRI):

CWRI is a resource for labor market information for employers, job seekers, and other users. https://www.maine.gov/labor/cwri/

CONTACT US

Services are available virtually via the CareerCenter hotline: 207-623-7981 | TTY users call Maine Relay 711

If you’d prefer to access services and information in-person we welcome you to visit a CareerCenter near you CareerCenter location website .

Each of the centers across the state provides public computers with internet access, Microsoft Office, resume/cover letter writing software, and O*Net software for personal skills assessment. 

Employers can list their open positions on Maine JobLink and use our online system which matches jobs with candidates. All CareerCenter services are provided at no charge to employers and job seekers. Veterans and eligible spouses receive priority of service in all Department of Labor programs.